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Subtracting Mixed Numbers

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🎯 Lesson Goal & Supports

I can... subtract mixed numbers with like and unlike denominators and show my work.
Success criteria (What I will do to show I learned):

• Convert mixed numbers to common denominators or improper fractions when needed.

• Borrow from the whole number when the fractional part is smaller than the fraction being subtracted.

• Simplify my answer and include units when applicable.

Differentiation strategies:

• Support: Use fraction strips or visual models; work with a partner; extra time.

• On-level: Use steps (common denominator → subtract → simplify) and show work.

• Extension: Subtract mixed numbers in multi-step real-world problems (see extension below).

Extension activities:

• Find the remaining volume if you remove 2 3/4 in³ from a container of 7 1/2 in³ (convert and subtract).

Dyslexia-friendly options:

• Read problems aloud; highlight numbers and operation signs; use larger spacing between lines.

📚 Part 1: Multiple Choice

1. What is 6 3/4 − 2 5/8?

4 1/8

3 1/8

4 5/8

4 3/4

2. What is 5 1/6 − 3 2/6?

1 5/6

2 5/6

1 1/6

2 1/6

3. What is 4 2/3 − 1 5/6?

2 5/6

3 1/2

2 1/6

3 5/6

4. What is 3 1/2 − 1 3/4?

1 3/4

2 1/4

1 1/2

2 3/4

✏️ Part 2: Short Answers (Show work)

5. Sam had 9 1/2 feet of ribbon. He used 4 3/8 feet. How much ribbon is left? Show your work.
Answer: _________
6. A hiker walked 7 5/6 miles on Monday and 3 1/2 miles on Tuesday. How many more miles did the hiker walk on Monday than Tuesday? Show your work.
Answer: _________ miles
7. A bakery made 6 1/4 pounds of dough and used 2 2/3 pounds. How much dough remains? Show your work.
Answer: _________ lbs
8. You measured 4 2/5 cups of flour but a recipe requires 1 3/10 cups. How much extra flour do you have? Show your work.
Answer: _________ cups

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